Cunningham Township Supervisor’s Office is a public office providing assistance to low-income residents of Urbana, helping our neighbors access income, housing, transportation, and food needs. With a staff of 20, we provide direct assistance annually to over 5,000 residents who seek income, housing, food, transportation, and other support. Our diverse team is dedicated to advocating for and with our neighbors in need, guided by the principles of social justice, equity, cooperation, and love. Consider joining #TeamTownship and serving our neighbors in need!
Open Employment Opportunities
Now Hiring: Clinical Supervisor, Experienced Housing Case Manager, Housing and Employment Case Manager, Financial & Administrative Assistant, HR and Payroll Specialist, and Peer Support Workers!
Cunningham Township Supervisor’s Office is now hiring for several positions to support our new Behavioral Health initiative and growing programs. We are excited to welcome a Clinical Supervisor (QMHP), an experienced Housing Case Manager II-III, a new Housing and Employment Case Manager, a Financial & Administrative Assistant, an HR and Payroll Specialist, and Peer Support Workers to strengthen our services for residents experiencing homelessness.
We are looking for qualified candidates who are deeply committed to an equitable Cunningham Township (Urbana, Illinois) where every person is treated with dignity, respect, and compassion. All positions play an important role in advancing our mission to provide trauma-informed, participant-centered services while building stronger pathways to housing stability and wellness.
The positions are as follows:
Clinical Supervisor in Behavioral Health & Homeless Assistance: This Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) provides clinical backup, consultation, and required diagnostic oversight for the peer-managed Living Room Program. This role also provides clinical oversight for the Bridge to Home, CARES (Cunningham Township Alternative Response and Emergency Services), and General Assistance programs, supporting program managers, staff, and participants alike through expert consultation and program development support. By fostering collaborative partnerships and behavioral health innovation, the Supervisor ensures our residents receive exceptional, trauma-informed care.
Experienced Housing Case Manager II-III (Bridge to Home): Delivers comprehensive, trauma-informed support for residents navigating homelessness. By utilizing a strengths-based methodology, this professional collaborates with participants to create individualized service plans, secure vital housing resources, and enhance financial stability. Through meaningful community connections, the case manager empowers individuals to reach their long-term wellness and permanent housing objectives.
Bridge to Home Housing & Employment Case Manager: Supports residents experiencing homelessness to access housing and employment support towards independence. This position provides trauma-informed care and skilled support for individuals and families to increase health and wellness, deepen life skills, connect to community, achieve education and income goals, and grow resiliency and self-reliance.
Financial & Administrative Assistant (Part-Time): The Financial & Administrative Assistant plays a vital operational role at the Cunningham Township Supervisor’s Office (CTSO), providing administrative, financial, and compliance support. Working under the supervision of the Finance & Operations Director, this position executes daily accounts payable and receivables workflows, reconciles municipal credit card expenditures, manages program assistance payments (General Assistance, Rental Assistance, and emergency aid), maintains historical records, and provides administrative coordination across all Township operations.
HR and Payroll Specialist: The HR and Payroll Specialist manages payroll processing, benefits administration, HR workflows, and financial controls for Cunningham Township. This mid-level role ensures payroll accuracy, regulatory compliance, timely tax filings, and efficient personnel administration.
Peer Support Worker (Full-Time & Part-Time available): Peer Support Workers draw on their own mental health or substance use recovery experiences to provide compassionate, non-clinical support in our new Living Room Program. Through shared experiences and established peer support methods, they help others find hope, build resilience, pursue recovery goals, and foster independence and community engagement. Daytime, evening, weekend, part-time, and full-time positions available.
Cunningham Township is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Individuals with lived experience receiving public assistance are encouraged to apply. Full job postings can be found at the following links:
- Clinical Supervisor (QMHP)
- Experienced Housing Case Manager II-III (Bridge to Home)
- Bridge to Home Housing & Employment Case Manager
- Financial & Administrative Assistant (Part-Time)
- HR and Payroll Specialist
- Peer Support Worker (Full-Time & Part-Time available)
All applicants should submit a cover letter detailing their interest in this specific position at Cunningham Township and a complete resume to work@ctso.org. Please address any questions or concerns to this inbox as well.
Please forward this opportunity to others who may be a great fit to join our team!
Open Internship Opportunities
Cunningham Township offers a structured internship program for students and members of the community for these purposes:
- To provide formal and informal field experience interested in the fields of Social Work, Urban Planning, Non-Profit Administration, and Public Policy. CTSO has formal Social Work relationships with the University of Illinois School of Social Work, Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota, and Chamberlain University.
- To give former participants the opportunity to “pay it forward” by providing service to their neighbors in need.
- To provide a conduit for local residents to collaborate with the Township on projects that are aligned with their interests or passions.
- To support Cunningham Township with research, administrative, planning, and direct service needs. Please see examples of past research reports by interns.
The logistics of the program are as follows:
- All interested interns should submit a cover letter and resume to lilyia@ctso.org.
- CTSO may follow up with a request to interview.
- Interns are assigned to one of these teams: Bridge to Home, CARES Outreach Team, and General Assistance
- Interns offer 10-30 hours per week of service.
- Interns typically serve for 3-4 months.
- Interns receive a stipend as set by the Supervisor.
- Course credit may be arranged if requested.
Interns are invited to participate in training opportunities, which are usually held Friday mornings.
Intern Experiences
“I walked into Cunningham Township as a volunteer passionate about serving my community but unaware of where to engage in these efforts and completely bewildered about my career path. I was welcomed in on critical community projects and immediately felt like a part of the team.
The staff were knowledgeable mentors and teachers; they continuously inspired me by their dedication to providing holistic care for our community members and encouraged me to find my tenacity and persistence in addressing the needs of my neighbors.
As I climbed from volunteer, to intern, to a staff member, Cunningham Township instilled in me the value of dignity and respect for all and provided a foundation for my understanding of how social services should function in our modern world. As I embark on my new journey as a housing counselor in Detroit, I will be forever grateful that I found my purpose at Cunningham Township.”
-Audrey Dombro